Sensus technology reduces water leakage in the USA

October 2014 Flow Measurement & Control

Using the power of Sensus smart water networks, the Borough of Monaca in Pennsylvania has saved millions of litres of water thus reinforcing its commitment to sustainability. Monaca has made key improvements to its water system by incorporating the FlexNet communications network, coupled with Permalog leak detection and expects to save more than $2,6 million by 2026 through leak detection and increased efficiency.

With a leak-prone, ageing water distribution system, Monaca sought an upgrade that would increase productivity, improve billing accuracy and save money. “Leaks eventually tell you where they are, but can you afford to wait?” asks borough manager Mario Leone Jr. “The Sensus smart water network allows us to detect water leaks before they become costly to our community and the environment.”

Days after deploying Sensus technologies, the borough discovered that the local water spring, a community landmark, was actually a long-standing rupture, spilling more than 880 000 litres of water per day. “This leak dated back more than 20 years,” said Leone. “Without Sensus technology, it would have remained undetected.”

Klaus Gruebl, managing director of Sensus SA commented that, as suggested, “The incident is typical of the savings that can be experienced by water utilities that have upgraded their reticulation networks through smart metering. Most water leaks will reveal themselves eventually, but not always, it does depend on where the leaks are in the system. Our FlexNet communication network substantially reduces the delay in water leak identification. This is crucial in South Africa where ageing infrastructure is badly corroded and therefore prone to leakage. The cost efficiencies that this system offers to local authorities, coupled with greater water availability, should seriously be considered as the way forward.”

For more information contact Klaus Gruebl, Sensus South Africa, +27 (0)11 466 1680, [email protected], www.sensus.com

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